Samsung TL225 vs Samsung WB700
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Samsung TL225 vs Samsung WB700 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-124mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 187g - 100 x 60 x 19mm
- Released August 2009
- Alternate Name is ST550
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 100 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced December 2010

Samsung TL225 vs Samsung WB700 Overview
Following is a detailed comparison of the Samsung TL225 and Samsung WB700, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Samsung. The sensor resolution of the TL225 (12MP) and the WB700 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

The TL225 was announced 16 months earlier than the WB700 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Samsung TL225 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB700 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a short summation of how the TL225 scores versus the WB700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Samsung TL225 vs Samsung WB700 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Samsung TL225 & Samsung WB700. The whole galleries are provided at Samsung TL225 Gallery & Samsung WB700 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Samsung TL225 over the Samsung WB700
TL225 | WB700 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 3.5" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.5") |
Screen resolution | 1152k | ![]() | 614k | Clearer screen (+538k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung WB700 over the Samsung TL225
WB700 | TL225 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Introduced | December 2010 | ![]() | August 2009 | More modern by 16 months |
Common features in the Samsung TL225 and Samsung WB700
TL225 | WB700 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | No manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen |
Samsung TL225 vs Samsung WB700 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Samsung TL225 features outer dimensions of 100mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") and a weight of 187 grams (0.41 lbs) while the Samsung WB700 has proportions of 100mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Analyze the Samsung TL225 and Samsung WB700 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the TL225 and the WB700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the TL225 and WB700 is 94 and 98 respectively.

Samsung TL225 vs Samsung WB700 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specs. The picture here will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the TL225 and WB700.
All in all, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Samsung WB700 to give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged TL225 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Samsung TL225 vs Samsung WB700 Screen and ViewFinder


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Samsung TL225 vs Samsung WB700 Specifications
Samsung TL225 | Samsung WB700 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Samsung | Samsung |
Model type | Samsung TL225 | Samsung WB700 |
Also Known as | ST550 | - |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2009-08-13 | 2010-12-28 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 3200 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 27-124mm (4.6x) | () |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,152k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 8s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/2000s | 1/4000s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.40 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, Slow sync, Manual | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30, 15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (60, 30, 15 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 187 grams (0.41 pounds) | - |
Physical dimensions | 100 x 60 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.7") | 100 x 59 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | SLB-07A | - |
Self timer | Yes (10 sec, 2 sec, Double, Motion Timer) | - |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | MicroSD/ MicroSDHC, Internal | - |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $488 | $300 |